Court Built to Last
A flat, well-drained court that plays true on day one and holds up through Richmond’s freeze-thaw seasons.
What Goes Wrong
The difference almost always comes down to two decisions made before the concrete is poured.
Richmond’s clay soil expands and contracts with temperature swings, and a sub-base under the minimum depth fractures the slab within a few seasons.
An on-site soil assessment sets the correct excavation depth for local clay conditions before any cost is estimated or work is scoped.
Tilting the finished slab to create drainage is a shortcut that leaves low spots, standing water, and an uneven playing surface after the first rain.
The 1-percent cross-slope is engineered into the sub-base compaction phase and confirmed with a grade check before the pour begins.
Acrylic colour coating applied before the concrete or asphalt base reaches full cure traps moisture, causing bubbling, peeling, and early surface failure.
Coating passes begin only after the base has reached its specified cure interval, so the acrylic bonds correctly and holds its colour under UV exposure.
A court built without a confirmed drainage outlet location channels runoff toward foundations or neighboring lots, creating liability and replaying costs.
The on-site evaluation identifies the drainage outlet location before excavation starts, so water has a defined path off the court and away from structures.
Why Choose Us
Accountability at every stage, from the first site visit to the final sign-off walkthrough.
Every cost category, base prep, surfacing, fencing, and line marking, is listed as a separate line item before a shovel goes in the ground.
Soil conditions and drainage are assessed in person before the scope is set, so the estimate reflects your actual site, not a generic template.
Every scope accounts for the soil and drainage conditions in Chesterfield, Henrico, and Goochland.
Net post anchors, surface drainage, and line marking accuracy are all checked at the end, nothing is signed off until the court meets spec.
We handle single backyard courts, HOA facilities, and school sites under the same process, with the same itemised estimate and site evaluation.
The Process
Share the location, intended court size, and any known drainage constraints so we can scope the right assessment for your site.
After the on-site evaluation, you get a written estimate with base prep, surfacing, fencing, and line marking costed as separate line items.
Construction runs from excavation through acrylic coating to a final walkthrough that confirms drainage, anchors, and line marking before sign-off.
Pricing Estimates
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Acrylic hard court new install | $46,800-$57,200 |
| Cushioned acrylic court new install | $57,200-$71,500 |
| Premium tennis court installation | $60,000-$150,000 |
Common Questions
Most residential courts take four to eight weeks from excavation to final walkthrough. The longest variable is the concrete or asphalt cure interval, which cannot be shortened without risking surface adhesion. Weather delays during the pour or coating phases can extend that window.
In most cases, yes. Chesterfield, Henrico, and Goochland counties each require grading or land-disturbance permits for excavation of this scale. The on-site evaluation identifies which permits apply to your specific parcel before work is scoped.
Standing water accelerates surface delamination and works into sub-base cracks, widening them with each freeze-thaw cycle. A drainage problem that costs a few hundred dollars to correct at installation can require full resurfacing or sub-base replacement within three to five years if left unaddressed.
Yes, but significant slope requires cut-and-fill grading or a retaining structure before sub-base work begins. The on-site evaluation measures the existing grade and determines whether the site can be leveled within a practical budget before any estimate is issued.
Concrete and asphalt are the two structural base options; both receive an acrylic colour coating applied in multiple passes. Concrete offers a harder, longer-lasting base. Asphalt is more flexible in freeze-thaw conditions. The on-site evaluation recommends the better fit for your soil and budget.
Fencing and lighting are listed as separate line items in the written estimate, so you can see their cost independently and decide whether to include them in the initial build or add them later.
Share the location and intended use, and we’ll arrange an on-site evaluation with a written estimate covering every cost category.